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963 XVU

1957 Triumph TR3

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,097 mi
Last recorded6,097 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1957 Triumph TR321,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration963 XVU
MakeTriumph
ModelTR3
Year1957
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 6,097 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 6,082 miles

Brake clevis joint insecure handbrake clevis joint split pin missing (1.1.15 (c))

Fuel pipe insecure front to rear (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking two leaks around carbs (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted lock tabs on mounting bolts not done (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure two split pins missing in locking nuts (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted lock tabs on mounting bolts not done (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported under bonnet (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed recommend attention (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed recommend attention (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

lock tabs not fully folded on rear axle to back plate bolts. recommend attention.

How Reliable is the Triumph TR3?

Based on 7,628 MOT tests across 1,032 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
1,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 156
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 87
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 75
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963 XVU is a 1957 Triumph TR3 in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1957 Triumph TR3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 21,414 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph TR3 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 963 XVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR3 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 69 years old, this Triumph TR3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 963 XVU registered?

963 XVU is a 1957 Triumph TR3, first registered on 17 June 1957.

Is 963 XVU safe to buy?

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